Medicare Advantage
8 Medicare Advantage Plans Not Returning in New Hampshire for 2027: The List
CONCORD, N.H. — Eight Medicare Advantage plans sold in New Hampshire this year will not appear in the federal government's 2027 plan file for any county in the state, according to a comparison of the CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files for 2026 and 2027. The plans leaving the market come from three carriers — Aetna (CVS Health), UnitedHealthcare and WellSense Health Plan — and together they touch counties across the state. For 2027, 20 Medicare Advantage plans from 3 carriers are on offer somewhere in New Hampshire.
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Key takeaways
- Eight Medicare Advantage plans sold in New Hampshire in 2026 are not returning for 2027, across Aetna (CVS Health), UnitedHealthcare and WellSense Health Plan.
- If your plan is on the list, you should get a non-renewal letter from the carrier before Annual Enrollment 2027 begins on October 15, 2026.
- Doing nothing by December 7, 2026 means you move to Original Medicare on January 1, 2027, with no Part D drug coverage unless you choose it.
- A Special Enrollment Period runs through the end of February 2027 for people whose plan is leaving, and a federal Medigap guaranteed-issue right may also apply.
| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Part B standard monthly premium (2026) | $202.90 | Medicare.gov |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2026) | $2,100 | CMS |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2027) | $2,400 | CMS |
| Annual Enrollment Period (for 2027 coverage) | October 15 – December 7, 2026 | Medicare.gov |
| Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period | January 1 – March 31 | Medicare.gov |
Area counts are for the county as a whole and are not a recommendation of any plan. Program figures are set nationally.
How many Medicare Advantage plans are not returning in New Hampshire for 2027, and from which carriers?
Eight Medicare Advantage plans offered in New Hampshire for 2026 are not in the CMS 2027 Landscape file for any county in the state. They come from three carriers: Aetna (CVS Health), UnitedHealthcare and WellSense Health Plan. For 2027, 20 Medicare Advantage plans from those same three carriers remain available somewhere in New Hampshire.
The full list of non-renewing plans is shown in the table on this page. In alphabetical order by carrier, it includes Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback (PPO) and Aetna Medicare Elite (HMO-POS) from Aetna (CVS Health); AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NH-0003 (PPO) and AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NH-1 (HMO-POS) from UnitedHealthcare; and WellSense Added Value (HMO), WellSense Choice (HMO), WellSense Signature (HMO) and WellSense Signature Access (PPO) from WellSense Health Plan.
Which New Hampshire plans leaving in 2027 served the most counties?
Among the eight plans not returning in New Hampshire for 2027, WellSense Added Value (HMO) served the broadest footprint at 10 counties this year. The two UnitedHealthcare plans — AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NH-0003 (PPO) and AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NH-1 (HMO-POS) — were each offered in 4 counties, and the two Aetna plans — Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback (PPO) and Aetna Medicare Elite (HMO-POS) — were each offered in 2 counties. WellSense Choice (HMO), WellSense Signature (HMO) and WellSense Signature Access (PPO) were each offered in 1 county.
A county count is the number of counties the plan served in 2026, not a statement that the plan was offered everywhere in New Hampshire. If you are not in one of the plan's counties, the change does not affect you.
How can a New Hampshire member tell if their Medicare Advantage plan is ending in 2027?
There are two reliable signals. First, the carrier is required to mail a non-renewal notice — often called an Annual Notice of Non-Renewal — before Annual Enrollment 2027 opens on October 15, 2026. Second, the plan's exact name appears on the list above and in the table on this page.
Compare the plan name on your member ID card to the names in the table. The contract number and plan ID on your card can also be matched against the CMS Landscape file for 2027.
What happens to a New Hampshire enrollee who does nothing by December 7, 2026?
If your plan is on the non-returning list and you make no choice during Medicare Open Enrollment 2027, you will be moved to Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) on January 1, 2027. You will not have Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage unless you actively enroll in a stand-alone Part D plan or choose another Medicare Advantage plan that includes drug coverage.
Original Medicare pays for a defined share of covered services, and the rest is yours to pay unless you add other coverage.
Is there a Special Enrollment Period if my New Hampshire Medicare Advantage plan is not returning in 2027?
Yes. When a Medicare Advantage plan leaves the program, affected members qualify for a Special Enrollment Period that runs through the end of February 2027. During that window you can join another Medicare Advantage plan or move to Original Medicare and add a stand-alone Part D plan.
A federal Medigap guaranteed-issue right may also apply, which can let you buy certain Medicare Supplement policies without medical underwriting within a limited time frame. State-specific Medigap rules in New Hampshire are set by the state, so the New Hampshire Insurance Department is the right place to confirm what applies to you.
How do I check my own county's 2027 Medicare Advantage lineup in New Hampshire?
Use the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov and enter your ZIP code, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY 1-877-486-2048), which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Plan Finder shows every Medicare Advantage and Part D plan available in your county for 2027, along with each plan's details.
Plan premiums, deductibles, copays, provider networks, drug lists and star ratings come from the Plan Finder and the plan's own Evidence of Coverage and provider and pharmacy directories — not from this article.
What should a New Hampshire reader do before December 7, 2026?
Before December 7, 2026, confirm whether your 2026 plan is on the non-returning list, read any mail from your carrier, and look up your county's 2027 options on medicare.gov. If you take a prescription or see a specific doctor, check that any plan you are considering covers that drug and includes that provider for 2027.
A choice made during Annual Enrollment 2027 — October 15 through December 7, 2026 — takes effect January 1, 2027.
Where can New Hampshire residents get free help with Medicare choices for 2027?
Free, official help is available at medicare.gov and by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY 1-877-486-2048), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The call is free and the counselors do not sell plans.
For questions about Medigap rules specific to New Hampshire, the state insurance department is the authoritative source.
By the numbers
Medicare Part B premium, 2006–2026
The standard monthly Part B premium has climbed from $88.50 in 2006 to $202.90 in 2026. Hover any point for that year’s premium.
Source: CMS. Standard premium shown; in some hold-harmless years many existing enrollees paid less. Confirm at Medicare.gov.
Not returning for 2027
Medicare Advantage plans across New Hampshire not returning for 2027
These 8 plans are offered across New Hampshire for 2026 and are not in CMS’s 2027 file for any county in the state. A member of one of them gets a non-renewal letter from the plan and has a Special Enrollment Period to choose new coverage.
| Plan | Type | Drug coverage | Counties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna (CVS Health) 2 plans | |||
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback (PPO) | PPO | No | 2 |
| Aetna Medicare Elite (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | 2 |
| UnitedHealthcare 2 plans | |||
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NH-0003 (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 4 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NH-1 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | 4 |
| WellSense Health Plan 4 plans | |||
| WellSense Added Value (HMO) | HMO | Yes | 10 |
| WellSense Choice (HMO) | HMO | Yes | 1 |
| WellSense Signature (HMO) | HMO | Yes | 1 |
| WellSense Signature Access (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 1 |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, plan years 2026 and 2027. Plans are offered county by county; a plan listed for the state may not be offered in your county. No plan is ranked or recommended; premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
The 2027 choices, by type
HMO, PPO and Special Needs Plans across New Hampshire for 2027
- Devoted Health 6 plans: PPO
- Humana 7 plans: HMO, PPO
- UnitedHealthcare 7 plans: HMO-POS, PPO
HMO plans use a network and usually a primary-care doctor and referrals; HMO-POS plans add some out-of-network coverage; PPO plans also cover out-of-network care, at a higher share; PFFS plans pay any provider that accepts the plan’s terms. Special Needs Plans serve people with Medicare and Medicaid (D-SNP), certain chronic conditions (C-SNP) or living in an institution (I-SNP).
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, plan years 2026 and 2027. Plans are offered county by county; a plan listed for the state may not be offered in your county. No plan is ranked or recommended; premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
Key dates
Medicare enrollment periods at a glance
- Around your 65thInitial Enrollment PeriodA 7-month window around the month you turn 65 — your first chance to sign up.
- October 15 – December 7Annual Enrollment PeriodAnyone with Medicare can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Advantage or Part D plan.
- January 1 – March 31Medicare Advantage Open EnrollmentIf you're already in a Medicare Advantage plan, you can make one change.
- January 1 – March 31General Enrollment PeriodFor people who missed their first chance to sign up for Part B.
- VariesSpecial Enrollment PeriodTriggered by life events like moving or losing other coverage.
Dates are set by Medicare and apply nationwide. Confirm your personal windows at Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
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Frequently asked questions
Will my doctor still take Medicare if my Medicare Advantage plan ends in New Hampshire for 2027?
Do I lose Medicare if my Medicare Advantage plan is not returning in 2027?
How late can I make a change if my New Hampshire plan is leaving?
Where do I confirm what my county offers for 2027?
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- CMS — MA Landscape Source File (plan-level availability by county)
- CMS — MA Landscape Source Files, current and coming plan year (year-over-year comparison)
- CMS — Medicare enrollment periods (medicare.gov)
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Sources and methodology
- Medicare.gov, Medicare costs (Part B premium)
- CMS, Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) program rules
- CMS, Medicare Advantage and Part D plan-year announcements
- Medicare.gov, enrollment periods and plan rules
- CMS, Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape Source Files
Figures cited in this article
- CMS — MA Landscape Source Files, CY2026 and CY2027: the eight non-returning plans, their carriers, plan types and 2026 county counts, and the statewide 2027 count of 20 plans from 3 carriers.
- CMS — Medicare enrollment periods (medicare.gov): the Annual Enrollment Period dates and the Special Enrollment Period for non-renewed plans.
- Medicare.gov: the Plan Finder tool for county-level 2027 plan lookups and the 1-800-MEDICARE helpline.
How we put this together: area counts come from the CMS files listed above for the county that contains this city, program figures come from CMS, Medicare.gov and the Social Security Administration, and no plan is ranked or recommended.
By The Medicare Desk · Published . For personalized answers, contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
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